The following resources are starting points for your research. They are not substitutes for legal counsel, but they can help you ask better questions when consulting with an attorney. Think of these as additional “seasoning” you can keep in the cupboard for later use.

Joint Venture Requirements Under Federal Small Business Regulations:
https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/13/125.8?utm

American Bar Association Guidance on Joint Venture Governance and Decision-Making:
https://www.americanbar.org/groups/construction_industry/resources/under-construction/archive/ethical-issues-arising-joint-venture-representation/

Collaboration Agreements and Common Business Terms Overview:
https://contracts.onecle.com/type/90.shtml

Licensing Agreements and Business Growth Strategies:
https://www.usbank.com/business-banking/business-resource-center/what-is-licensing-agreement.html?